Houston METRO Officer Injured, Suspect Shot During Traffic Stop in Museum District

Officer-Involved Shooting in Museum District

• 🚨 A METRO Police officer was injured and a suspect was shot following an incident that began as a traffic stop.
• 📍 The shooting occurred around 3:45 PM near the intersection of Sheneve and Ewing Streets in Houston's Museum District.

Details of the Incident

• 👮 The METRO officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop on Wentworth.
• 🔫 The suspect allegedly produced a firearm, fired a shot, and attempted to flee, leading to an exchange of gunfire.
• 🩹 The METRO officer sustained a grazing wound and was transported to the hospital, where they are conscious and in stable condition.

Investigation Underway

• 🏥 The suspect was also transported to the hospital and is in custody.
• 🔍 The scene remains active with crime scene tape and ongoing police investigation, including evidence collection.
• 📰 Authorities are expected to provide further details in a press briefing at the scene.